In accordance with CFR 173.3, a Salvage Drum can be used to overpack a damaged, leaking or non-compliant container. However, according to a recent clarification …
Customs Jumps Into The Shipping Security Ring
Focusing on international shippers and freight agents, the US Customs Service has established a security program to manage the huge share of goods that move …
Un Certification Does Not Permit Swapping Components
When buying a UN specification drum, the entire design of the drum and all its components (heads, ring, gasket, bolt, nut, plugs) are defined in …
Take Time To Be Sure You Are Safe From Carbon Monoxide Fumes
Tis‘ the season when we all turn on our furnaces, close up the windows and seek warmth from within. However, each year, it is critical …
Expect More From Our Drums Than Minimum Performance
The debate over appropriate metal thickness for steel drums has turned a corner as a result of our increased concerns about reducing risks and increasing …
Closure Instructions Must Be Current And Followed For Compliance
Closure Instructions for steel drums require that the ‘art’ of closing a steel drum be translated into technical instruction. These instructions are written without any …